Is that a real trophy?

Credit: Marvin Castellon

The above photographs were taken in Monarch Beach by a World Cup fan after the England vs. USA match. The photographer asked if the trophy was real and the man said, "Sure, it is!" He was wearing the Italian team uniform. Apparently--the man said--there is a tradition that "the trophy goes on a road trip during the World Cup." We hope it will be back in time for the awards ceremony on July 11.